Commercial Contracts Solicitor3–5 years PQELocation: Leeds – HybridSalary: £45,000 – £65,000The OpportunityA brilliant opportunity has arisen for a commercially-minded and ambitious Commercial Contracts Solicitor (3–5 PQE) to join a dynamic and expanding team in Leeds. This is a fantastic chance to get involved in varied, high-quality commercial work with a firm that offers a collaborative, forward-thinking culture and excellent career development prospects.The team has enjoyed sustained growth and continues to go from strength to strength. The successful candidate will benefit from working alongside experienced lawyers across commercial, IT/IP, and data privacy matters, with genuine opportunities to develop specialist expertise in each area.The RoleThis is a hands-on role with exposure to a wide client base, where you’ll take the lead on matters and be encouraged to contribute to the growth of the department. You’ll also have the opportunity to mentor junior lawyers and support their development.Key responsibilities include:

Drafting and negotiating a wide range of commercial contracts
Advising clients on commercial risk and compliance issues
Working across IT, IP, and privacy matters as part of a broader commercial caseload
Building and maintaining strong client relationships
Getting involved in business development and contributing to team growth
Supporting and mentoring junior team members

The Ideal CandidateYou’ll be a confident and proactive solicitor with 3–5 years’ PQE in commercial law, ideally with experience spanning commercial contracts, IP/IT, and data protection. The ideal candidate will be:

Technically strong, with solid experience drafting and negotiating commercial agreements
Commercially astute with a practical, solutions-led approach
Personable and confident in managing client relationships
Ambitious with an entrepreneurial mindset and a genuine interest in developing business
A team player who is happy to mentor junior colleagues and contribute to a supportive working culture

Why Join?

High-quality, varied work in a growing commercial team
Genuine career development opportunities
Flexible, hybrid working
Competitive salary and benefits package including:
25+ days holiday (plus the option to buy more)
Private medical insurance & life assurance
Pension scheme
Interest-free travel loan
Employee Assistance Programme
Reward & recognition platform with wellbeing perks and retail discounts

This is a fantastic opportunity for a mid-level commercial solicitor looking to take the next step in a firm that values ambition, collaboration, and innovation.Contact Amy Spark at QED Legal:Email: Phone: LinkedIn: https://in/amy-spark-%E2%9C%A8-b947a612a/

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